MARCHROMT30A edit 2b 96
Aphex Twin · 2015
18 min · 3 tracks · electronic music
A labyrinth of intricate rhythms and ethereal textures that challenge the boundaries of electronic music.
Top tracks — play these first
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MARCHROMT30a Edit 2b 96 — The title track serves as a masterclass in blending complex rhythmic patterns with haunting melodies, encapsulating the essence of Aphex Twin's style.
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XMAS_EVET1 N — This track contrasts ambient soundscapes with frantic beats, illustrating Aphex Twin's ability to create tension and release within an electronic framework.
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MARCHROMT38 fast — Here, rapid-fire percussion and subtle melodic shifts create an exhilarating listening experience that exemplifies the innovative spirit of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThis record showcases intricate rhythms and textures, pushing electronic music boundaries while maintaining a cohesive sound.
What we noticed
- The first track features a complex layering of rhythms that evolve over its duration, creating a sense of movement without a traditional structure.
- The second track introduces glitchy textures and abrupt shifts in dynamics, contrasting with the ambient qualities of the first.
- The final track employs a faster tempo and more aggressive beats, providing a distinct energy shift compared to the previous two.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — The album pushes boundaries of ambient and techno, showcasing a departure from earlier styles.
- Themes
- hypnotic rhythms· festive dissonance· experimental soundscapes
- Career context
- Released in early 2015, MARCHROMT30A edit 2b 96 marked Aphex Twin's first album since his 2001 release, Drukqs. This album emerged during a period of renewed interest in his work, following a series of live performances and reissues that reignited fans' enthusiasm. The release reiterated his innovative approach to electronic music after more than a decade of relative silence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Squarepusher· Boards of Canada· Venetian Snares
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 MARCHROMT30a Edit 2b 96 7:13
- 2 XMAS_EVET1 N 5:10
- 3 MARCHROMT38 fast 5:37
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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